When Two Variables Are Correlated, There Are Four Possible Explanations

question 39

Short Answer

When two variables are correlated, there are four possible explanations of the relationship. What are they?

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Definitions:

Syllogism

A form of reasoning in which a conclusion is drawn from two given or assumed propositions (premises), each sharing a common term not present in the conclusion.

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Singular Proposition

A statement or assertion that applies to a specific individual or distinct entity, rather than to members of a class as a whole.

Categorical Syllogism

A deductive argument containing two categorical premises, a categorical conclusion, and three terms—major, minor, and middle—with each term occurring in two propositions.